High leverage
High leverage possessions are those where the outcome has an above-average impact on which team wins the game, based on the score, time remaining, and relative team strength. Learn more
Minimum 150 high leverage minutes
Usage %
Estimated share of team plays used while on court
| # | Player | USG% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | ![]() | Kyrie Irving | 31.9% |
| 11 | ![]() | LeBron James | 31.4% |
| 133 | ![]() | Kevin Love | 16.8% |
| 138 | ![]() | Richard Jefferson | 16.4% |
| 153 | ![]() | JR Smith | 15.5% |
| 167 | ![]() | Matthew Dellavedova | 14.5% |
| 207 | ![]() | Tristan Thompson | 9.4% |
Top usage % leaders
The current 2015-16 Season NBA leaders in high leverage usage % are Dwyane Wade (37.4%, MIA), Stephen Curry (37.1%, GSW), DeMarcus Cousins (35.6%, SAC), Reggie Jackson (35.5%, DET), and James Harden (34.7%, HOU).






